Procurement & Logistics Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Logistics & Procurement Specialist

The Logistics & Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, organizing, and shipping all consumable and non-consumable supplies required to operate ALE's adventure tourism that includes, offices is Salt Lake City, Punta Arenas, Chile, and remote field operations in Antarctica. This includes managing hazardous materials, coordinating international and multi-modal transport.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Source and procure consumable and non-consumable supplies including food, clothing, fuel, tools, vehicles, and infrastructure components.
• Manage inventory systems, warehouse operations, and vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality control.
• Prepare and process cargo manifests for air freight and sea containers from Utah to Punta Arenas, Chile.
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, including hazardous materials handling (e.g., lithium batteries, paint, fuel).
• Locate and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and ensure proper packaging, labeling, and documentation for dangerous goods.
• Organize inbound shipments from vendors and prepare outbound cargo for multi-modal transport (air and sea).
• Ensuring timely processing of invoices for submission to accounting.
• Supporting the sourcing and/or fabrication of custom infrastructure and vehicles for extreme environments as needed.
• Travel to Union Glacier, Antarctica; Punta Arenas, Chile; and occasionally within the U.S. for project support, trade shows, or vendor visits.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of international logistics, customs documentation, and freight coordination
• Experience with hazardous materials shipping and regulatory compliance (IATA, IMDG, DOT)
• Proficiency in inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and database tools
• Ability to read and apply MSDS and handling protocols
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills in high-pressure environments
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with vendors and internal teams
• Familiarity with construction methods, mechanical systems, and remote infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with warehouse operations and equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics software
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently or in close coordination with others

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of procurement and international shipping experience. Helpful if in remote operations, adventure tourism, or field logistics but not required.
• OSHA Forklift Operator Certification or ability to obtain within 90-days of hire.
• Valid driver's license and passport(or ability to obtain a passport.)
• Ability to travel internationally and work in remote, extreme environments.
• Working knowledge of Spanish is not essential a plus.

Good to have certifications but not required:

• IMDG Code Certification
• DOT Hazardous Materials (49 CFR) Training
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

Field visits to Antarctica require the incumbent to complete a medical screening questionnaire, which will be reviewed and approved by ALE's Medical Director to ensure fitness for deployment in extreme environments.

As part of our hiring process for safety-sensitive positions, Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions background screening in compliance with Utah state and federal laws. This includes a criminal background check, reference check, and drug screening.

By applying, you acknowledge and consent to these screenings. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required checks.